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Ford Contour CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Ford REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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drivability specifications, quick lube illustrations, preventive maintenance guide, engine light reset instructions, parts removal and install
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+
General Service Domestic Vehicles -> 1998-2000 -> Oil Charge -> Alero & Malibu -> Bonneville, LeSabre & Park Avenue -> Camaro, Century & Firebird -> Caravan, Town & Country & Voyager -> Catera -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Cherokee, Dakota, Full Size Pickups, Grand Cherokee & Wrangler -> Corvette -> DaimlerChrysler Corp. -> DeVille & Seville -> Eldorado -> Except Lincoln LS & Probe -> Except Talon -> Except Tracker -> Ford Motor Company -> Full Size & Ram Vans -> General Motors Corp. -> Geo Tracker -> Grand Prix, Impala, Intrigue, Lumina, Monte Carlo & Regal -> L-Series -> Light Trucks & Vans -> Lincoln LS -> Metro -> Passenger Cars -> Prizm -> Probe -> S-Series -> Saturn -> Talon
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 GAS
DaimlerChrysler Corp.
Passenger Cars
Before installing replacement compressor, drain oil from replacement and failed compressors (drain oil from suction port). Add same amount of oil to replacement compressor as drained from failed compressor.
Remove defective components. Add the proper amount of oil to each replacement component. Most recovery/recycling equipment will measure the amount of oil being removed. This is the amount of oil to be added back to the system, follow manufactures instructions provided with the recovery/recycling station.
Except Talon
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Contour SE 2.5 V6 GAS
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aspire, Festiva, Focus, Fusion, Milan, 2003-06 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Taurus & Town Car, 1991-96 Escort, 1988-96 Tracer, 1991-94 Capri, 1989-91 Probe & 2005-06 Mustang
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 BI-FUEL
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.
When installing the fuel filter, ensure the flow arrow is facing in the proper direction...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Intermediate -> Left -> Right
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Contour LX 2.5 V6 GAS
Left
- Use an Allen key to stop piston rod from turning.
- Loosen suspension strut nut five turns.
- Loosen wheel hub retaining nut and wheel nuts.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Remove wheel.
- Remove wheel hub retaining nut.
- On models with automatic transaxle, drain automatic transmission fluid.
- On all models, remove splash shields.
- Detach suspension.
- Disconnect stabilizer link end from suspension strut.
- Disconnect tie-rod end.
- Disconnect lower suspension arm from wheel knuckle.
- Disconnect wiring harness bracket from suspension strut.
- To avoid damage to CV joints and boots, do not bend inner CV ...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.5 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Disengage alternator drive belt from alternator pulley.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove righthand wheel and tire.
- Remove righthand outer tie rod end from righthand spindle.
- Remove front and rear Y pipe flange fasteners from exhaust manifolds.
- Remove stud bolt and nut retainer from oil pan, then remove remaining nuts and bolts from U pipe outlet connection.
- Discard exhaust converter inlet gasket, then remove Y pipe.
- Disconnect wire harness attachment...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1995-97 Contour & Mystique
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour LX 2.0 L4 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Position windshield wipers away from the cowl vent screen. Operate the windshield wipers until the blades are at the top of their arch, then place the ignition switch in the Off position.
- Remove the plastic screw covers from the righthand cowl panel retaining screws.
- Open the hood.
- Remove the righthand cowl panel retaining screws, then the panel.
- Disengage...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Electronic Throttle Control ->
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Contour LX 2.5 V6 GAS
Electronic throttle displays when the system has malfunctioned and the engine has defaulted to a limp-home operation. On vehicles equipped with ...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 GAS
Lower
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Reposition hose clamp from lefthand cylinder head.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from lefthand cylinder head.
- Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator and from vehicle.
- Reverse pro...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 GAS
Minor cracks in the V-grooved portion of the drive belt are considered normal and acceptable. If the drive belt has chunks missing from the ribs, the drive belt should be replaced.
Conditions requiring drive belt replacement are rib chunk out, severe glazing, frayed cords, etc. Replace any drive belt exhibiting one of these conditions.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Loosen drive belt tensioner with 13mm...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Behind I/P Diagram for 1996 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Engine Component Locations Diagram for 1999 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 BI-FUELComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 2000 Ford Contour 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 2000 Ford Contour 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: A/C - IDENT OF NON-APPROVED REFRIGERANTS - REV Vehicle: 1998 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: INADVERTENT DISABLING OF BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK Vehicle: 1998 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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